Music
When the needle drops on Planet Rock, you’re not just hearing a song — you’re hearing the exact moment the future cracked open. In 1982, Afrika Bambaataa & the Soul Sonic Force linked with producer Arthur Baker and dropped a sonic UFO on Tommy Boy Records that rewired hip-hop, dance, and electronic music in one […]
From N.W.A to Beats Electronics, the Compton legend turns decades of innovation into a Forbes-certified fortune—and he’s still chasing his next classic.
French Quarter Festival returns to New Orleans April 16–19, 2026, bringing four days of nonstop music, food, and culture to the heart of the city. Known as one of the largest free music festivals in the South, this year’s celebration is the biggest yet—featuring 300+ live performances across 20 stages, including a headline set from Grammy Award-winning […]
Houston hosts a community event with New Edition's Michael Bivins, celebrating R&B music, food, and unity.
Victoria Monét blends nostalgia and vulnerability in her upcoming R&B album, while balancing motherhood and a global career.
Go behind the scenes of the 'Boys 4 Life' Tour with HelloBeautiful's Editorial Director Shamika Sanders, who got to go backstage and meet the band.
The hits made them stars, but the deep cuts made us fans! See if you know any of these "B-Side Bangers" by Quincy Jones.
Powerful women are reviving R&B with their unique styles, sounds, and confidence, redefining the genre's future.
Michael Jackson had a massive and lasting influence on the music community by transforming not just how music sounded, but how it was performed, marketed, and experienced. He redefined pop music by blending genres like R&B, rock, and funk into a universal sound that appealed to audiences across cultures, with albums like Thriller setting unprecedented records and standards […]
Fatback Band's 'King Tim III' was the first commercial rap record, pioneering hip-hop's transition from streets to vinyl.
Supreme teamed up with DJ Screw’s estate to release a collection honoring his legacy.
Brandy’s new memoir, “Phases,” co-authored with Gerrick Kennedy, delves into her early years in Mississippi and California, her rise to fame, and personal struggles, including a nervous breakdown and addiction to diet pills. The book also explores her relationship with her father, experiences with bullying, and a toxic relationship with Wanya Morris of Boyz II […]